Private Stone Setting Workshop: Claw and Bezel Basics

Learn how to set faceted stones in your own jewellery pieces


Brooke Everett, Maker
Brooke Everett, Maker
5.0 (22)

3 hours Class size 1 on 1

$430 (Afterpay available)

Melbourne
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Craft
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Jewellery Making
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Silversmithing
Discover the fascinating art of setting for faceted stones in this hands-on class in Melbourne!
In this class, you'll explore different types of setting techniques, bezel and claw settings and gain the skills to create stunning and unique designs.
Suitable for individuals with beginner to intermediate metalworking skills, this class provides the perfect opportunity to learn how to set your own stones. You'll be guided by an experienced teacher who will provide expert advice, tips, and demonstrations.
During the class, you will delve into the basics of graver preparation, including how to put handles on your gravers and tailor them to your hand size requirements.
You'll also master the art of shaping, sharpening, polishing, and maintaining your tools by hand. There is an "add-on" option included for us to purchase your gravers and handles for you when you book ($80). Or you can request we send you the tool list and you will then purchase them prior to your class.
By the end of this class, you'll have newfound knowledge and skills needed to continue your own setting work. You'll also take home setting blanks and stones for you to continue to practise with.
What we will cover:
  • Graver prep
  • Putting handles on your gravers
  • Fitting to your hand size requirements
  • Shaping
  • Sharpening
  • Polishing
  • Maintenance
  • Claw setting and thick wall bezel setting.

Add-on available for this class
  • Gravers and Handles Purchased for you. ($80)
You can add these when you book (optional).
 
Knowledge required
Some basic metalworking skills are required - not suitable for absolute beginners.
 
What you'll get
  • A working knowledge of basic setting types
  • Ring blanks and stones (depending on type of setting)
  • Your completed gravers
  • An instruction and tips sheet
  • Materials are included in the class fee, and other optional tools will be available to buy on the day
What to bring
  • A tools list will be sent prior to booking - depending on type of setting.
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Glasses for close work if you need them!
Location

Nicholas Building, Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC

This venue is a short walk from Flinders Street Railway station (200m).

Private Stone Setting Workshop: Claw and Bezel Basics location
More about this class

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Your teacher

Brooke Everett, Maker
Brooke Everett, Maker

5.0 (22)

I’m a jeweller by trade, but have so much passion for learning new things, that I then love to teach and share my knowledge. I have a beautiful studio located in the Iconic Nicholas Building in Melbournes CBD. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Fine art Gold and Silversmithing, a Cert IV in training and assessment, am a member of NAVA and a Fellow of the Gold and Silversmiths Guild of Australia.

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2024-11-15 15:00:00
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